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Christmas in Palestine

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A train ride is just the beginning of holiday traditions in Palestine, Texas. Christmas in Palestine will offer plenty of family-friendly fun this holiday season. Palestine is the perfect destination to shop, dine and unwind during the most festive time of the year.

Special events planned now through Dec. 30, 2018 make this Christmas an ideal time to visit the City of Palestine. The season is filled with family activities, events and decorations that capture the holiday season. Below are some of our special holiday events:

The Polar Express™ Train Ride:

November 17 - December 27

Read along with the story as the historic steam strain makes its magical round-trip from the Palestine Depot to the North Pole. Meet Santa and enjoy caroling, hot cocoa, a treat and a special gift for each child.

Skip the big city lines and have your photo taken with Santa in Old Town Palestine and write a letter to Santa. Presented by Old Town Market and Lee Loveless Photography312 E Crawford Street

Christmas in Candyland Market:

November 30 - December 1

Join us for a one stop Christmas Shopping experience. This market offers one of a kind vendors with items you are sure to love. Concessions and gift wrapping will be available onsite! $5.00 admission Presented by Palestine Junior Service League

December 1, 2018 Event Calendar

The Dogwood Jamboree, a Branson-style Country music show is filled with family fun, laughter and great classic country music from Joe Hancock, Amanda Lane, "Flo", Rodney Ray, George Lester, Jus C Leroy and more!

Beautiful floats march through Old Town and downtown Palestine, when the Christmas Parade of Lights sets sail at 7 p.m. to the delight of hundreds of residents and visitors. Let the spirit of the season embrace you as the historic Anderson County Courthouse comes alive with illumination at the Palestine’s most beloved nighttime event.

Put on your festive sweaters and head over to the Historic Texas Theatre for a classic Christmas sing along to traditional Christmas carols. Free refreshments served at 6:30pm, sing along begins at 7:00pm213 W. Crawford Street

The Nutcracker presented by Ballet North Texas:

December 20-21

This holiday season watch as Ballet North Texas presents Dallas’ very own production of The Nutcracker. A sparkling performance created by Artistic Director, Nicolina Lawson, will bring its magic and charm to this classic that has brought delight for generations. Step into Clara’s dream as she helps her Nutcracker Prince defeat the Rat King in an epic battle, travel through the Snow Pine forest and into the Sugar Plum Fairy’s Kingdom of Sweets. Add magic to your family’s holiday tradition by joining Ballet North Texas in their take on the beloved classic, The Nutcracker.